What You'll Learn
- Master the mechanics of piqué turns by using the opposite foot as a 'brake' for control.
- Develop necessary ankle flexibility while maintaining toe strength for fluid bourrée steps.
- Transition confidently from two-handed barre work to one-hand and center sequences.
- Refine weight transfer and body alignment through adagio exercises including port de bras and sous-sus.
- Execute clean sequence finishes using passé and échappé turn techniques.
About This Video
Refine your technique en pointe with this comprehensive intermediate class from Broche Ballet. This session is specifically designed for the progressing dancer who is ready to move away from the stability of two hands on the barre. By transitioning to one hand on the barre and eventually into the center, you will challenge your core stability and develop the independent strength required for advanced artistry.
Our lesson begins with a deep dive into the mechanics of piqué turns and balancing. A key concept explored in this video is the subtle science of weight transfer. You will learn how the balance is truly found on the second foot to initiate the turn, while your first foot serves as the essential 'brakes' to stop the rotation exactly where you want it.
This technique is fundamental for step-over turns and ensures you maintain a clean line and proper alignment throughout your practice. Mastering this 'braking' action is the secret to stopping with poise rather than falling out of a turn. Moving into the center, we practice adagio combinations that incorporate elegant port de bras, grounded plié, and sharp sous-sus.
A highlight of this class is the detailed technical breakdown of the pas de bourrée and continuous bourrée steps. We discuss the intricate relationship between maintaining flexible, mobile ankles and keeping the toes incredibly strong. This duality is what allows for the smooth, shimmering, gliding appearance of bourrées while remaining securely supported en pointe.
It is a vital skill for any dancer looking to perform with professional fluidity. Throughout the session, we explore various ways to finish your sequences, providing options like passé and échappé turns to challenge your coordination. Whether you are focusing on your soutenu or refining your allongée movements, this class provides the technical cues necessary to elevate your performance.
Join us at Broche Ballet and take the next step in your pointe journey with professional guidance, grace, and strength.
